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A killer flu vaccine may be just around the corner, a recent study reports. Right now they are three basic flu strains, influenza A, B, and C, and there is no way to predict which flu strain will hit us every winter. The good news is that the new killer flu vaccine can protect against…

A customized diet is effective in reducing diabetes, a recent study shows. Currently, the recommended diets for diabetics is to lower calorie and carbohydrate intake. There is no consideration to see how a diabetic will respond to a customized diet. The new research from the Mayo Clinic, shows that taking a more individualized approach can…

Senior citizens biggest fears are incurring possible injuries from accidental falls. Seniors are much more susceptible to falls and it’s one of the leading causes of injury and death among older people. Indeed, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, (CDC), 3 million senior citizens aged 65+ are treated in emergency departments for…

Macular degeneration (MD) is a leading cause of vision loss among people over 50. This disease damages an area near the center of the retina. In fact, the retina is the the light-sensitive tissue in the eye, and its key component are the retinal pigment cells. These cells also waste away and die. These retinal…

Workout fifteen minutes a day and you increase your chances of having a happy and healthy life. A workout, even as short as 15 minutes every day will strengthen your heart, slow the aging process, and add years to your life. That’s a great deal and one you should sign up for in a heartbeat.…

Blue Monday, falling out in the month of January each year is feared by many people.It is billed as the most depressing day of the year. Of course, we want to know: Is Blue Monday a reality or just a myth? And, where did it originate and is it real or just “fake news”? …

A new drug is showing some promise in preventing Alzheimer’s disease. The drug is currently used to treat stroke survivors. Specifically, scientists are giving the drug to people with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.7 million people in the United States are living with the condition. Current medications can only relieve some symptoms…

Geroscience is a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the aging process. As we grow older, we are more likely to be diagnosed with one or more chronic ailments. These ailments can include heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Debilitating conditions such as like arthritis, fatigue, and frailty are all part of aging. These ailments rob us of…

Glaucoma’s early diagnosis and treatment can lower your risk for vision loss. It is a sneaky disease as it develops slowly, without warning, and if not caught in time, results in irreversible blindness. Glaucoma is caused by fluid building up in the front part of your eye, increasing pressure and damaging the optic nerve.…

Alzheimer patients need to have an activity schedule. While Alzheimer’s is a progressively debilitating disease, a caregiver or a skilled nursing facility should plan out a daily activity schedule. Doing so, will keep them happy and give them pleasure. Keep in mind that people suffering from Alzheimer’s have trouble making decisions. They are often confused…